We gazed into our Cosmo ME crystal ball and can report that 2023 is going known as the year of the best fragrances. Our favourite beauty brands have *big* plans to drop some scents in the next 12 months that we know we’ll be buying and rebuying time after time. Curious as to what these perfumes are? All you need to do is scroll down, sis.
KAYALI Eden Sparkling Lychee | 39 Eau de Parfum
Price: Dhs494, Huda Beauty
Why we ❤️it: Just in time for the festive season, say hello to the fabulous Eden Sparkling Lychee | 39 Eau de Parfum! This fragrance is a burst of joy, with a fusion of succulent lychee, zesty blackcurrant, and playful violet. Embodying the essence of the Eden Collection, Sparkling Lychee | 39 is a dazzling mix of tantalizing fruity notes, with flirtatious florals and cozy hints of sugared amber, heavenly vanilla, and seductive musk.
Flowwow UAE Scents Collection
Price: Stay tuned for details of this release by Flowwow on Instagram
Why we ❤️it: Take a sensory journey through each of the Emirates — with the first AI-created “UAE Scents” Collection. Leveraging the insights collected from AI, Flowwow and perfume professionals experimented with the ingredients and formulated seven fragrances that reflect the UAE. A perfect gift for UAE National Day!
Chopard Cedar Malaki Eau de Parfum
Price: Dhs555, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: A royal woody fragrance of your dreams. It is a majestic woody fragrance with aromas of pine needles and cones, sweet and spicy resins. The master perfumer has conceived his composition using extreme contrasts, juxtaposing the power of cedar forests with the softness and warmth of the Mediterranean Sea filled with scents and sun.
Amber Wood, Ajmal
Price: Dhs525, ajmal.com
Why we ❤️it: The seven-decade-old perfume legacy has launched another signature product called Amber Wood. Amber Wood is a signature unisex scent that seamlessly blends traditional Middle Eastern scents with contemporary elements. It’s a super luxurious scent with bursts of warmth and spice, perfect for on-the-go.
Encens Cuivre OJAR
Price: Dhs850, ojarofficial.ae
Why we ❤️it: Inspired by age-old legend, Encens Cuivre is a super enchanting scent that captures the essence of the mystical realms of the East: Frankincense, a sacred offering from Oman’s landscapes; Myrrh, a mystical gem from the heart of Africa; and Elemi, a secret treasure from the depths of Asia. Combined with the finest natural Vanilla essence, also referred to as ‘the Gold of the perfumers’, and a base of Musk, this fragrance is luxurious, mythical and alluring. A must try!
Prada Paradoxe Intense
Price: Dhs640, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: This is a signature scent for all women wanting to feel empowered an feminine. With the freshness of the Neroli bud and Bergamot and Jasmine infusion, this is the perfect floral fragrance for every occasion.
Loubidoo Rose, Christian Louboutin
Price: Dhs1,290, christianlouboutin.com
Why we ❤️it: You can quite literally smell like a rose with thie new Loubidoo Rose fragrance by Christian Louboutin. Inspired by the rose itself, it is made with 90% ingredients of natural-origin and 100% vegan composition, with notes of rose essence, cedar and musk. This new addition to the Loubiworld fragrance collection, Loubidoo, is a new staple scent.
KAYALI, Oudgasm Café Oud
Price: Dhs551, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: This warm and spicy fragrance is a direct expression of founder Mona Kattan’s undying love for oud. The electrifying masterpiece, symphonically composed of cappuccino, rose damascena, and oud notes also includes creamy hints of vanilla, bergamot, white musk, and patchouli. Each spritz of Café Oud brings forth the rich, decadent aroma and warmth of the Middle East.
Yves Saint Laurent, Libre L’Absolu Platine
Price: Dhs625, yslbeauty
Why we ❤️it: This is *the* perfume of a strong, bold and free woman, inspired by the two most precious materials of the world blending together: gold & platinum. A new feminine addition to the Libre range, this is a must-buy fragrance with an ultra chic jewel-like bottle.
Dries Van Noten’s Soie Malaquais
Price: Dhs1175, driesvannoten
Why we ❤️it: Soie Malaquaisis a symphony of nature and luxury. If you want elegance, this fragrance is for you – with notes of rose, silk, chestnut and blackcurrant. A key part of the scent is the inclusion of Rosa Centifolia, which has an exquisite sense of delicacy and rare luxury.
Creed Absolu Aventus
Price: Dhs1340, Creed
Why we ❤️it: This fragrance is an exclusive twist on Creed’s legendary scent. Absolu Aventus offers a complex twist that creatively pays homage to Aventus’ iconic signature notes, enhancing its citrus scent and contrasting it with a woody intensity.
Cartier Fragrances La Panthère Eco Bottle
Price: Dhs530, Cartier
Why we ❤️it: The staple, feline floral fragrance has upgraded its bottle with a subtle makeover that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By reducing the bottle’s waste and plastic use, the botel becomes a 94% recyclable material and uses 100% plant-based alcohol. Luxurious and sustainable? Sign us up!
Elizabeth Arden White Tea Eau Fraiche Eau De Toilette
Price: starting at Dhs239, Debenham’s stores
Why we ❤️it: This vegan citrusy floral fragrance contains all the right notes for a youthful take on Elizabeth Arden’s White Tea scent. With aromas of blood orange, mandarin oil, pear, lily of the valley, and blonde woods, we can’t stop spritzin’.
Tutti Twilly d’Hermès
Price: starting at Dhs511, Ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: With Tutti Twilly, anything flies! Like a burst of colors in the sky, Tutti Twilly d’Hermès was made specifically gals by Hermès perfumer Christine Nagel. Twilly’s ginger notes go from the ground to the blossoms, blending delicate petals with tangy lychee and a cozy musky embrace.
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush
Price: starting at Dhs475, Bloomingdales
Why we ❤️it: Housed in the iconic Carolina Herrera stiletto, only this time in pink (!), Good Girl Blush is a fresh and floral powdery scent. The fragrance is as pretty as the bottle with notes of bergamot, mandarin, peony, rose, and vanilla.
Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Bosca Vanilla, Rosa Palissandro, and Oud Yuzu
Price: Dhs730 each, Sephora
Why we ❤️it: Guerlain has added three new intensely woody scents to its Aqua Allegoria collection. Warm Bosca Vanilla contains notes of eucalyptus, vanilla, and driftwood. Powdery Rosa Palissandro contains notes of lemon, damask rose, and sandal, and citrusy Oud Yuzu contains notes of yuzu, oud, and cedar. Ngl, we’re buying all three.
Noya Winter Sun
Price: Dhs600, houseofnoya.com
Why we ❤️it: The vibrant notes in Winter Sun are inspired by the celebrations of Holi in India. A captivating concoction of coconut, cardamom, tuberose, and tiare flowers makes this one of the best fragrances of 2023 and urges us to unite with our loved ones and let go of our inhibitions.
Penhaligon’s Liquid Love
Price: Dhs1,000, Penhaligon’s boutiques
Why we ❤️it: Part of Penhaligon’s new Potions and Remedies collection, we have major 😍for this spicy eau de parfum. With notes of pink pepper, ginger, tumeric, chi;li, and musk, this fiery scent gets us you noticed for all the right reasons.
Carolina Herrera Sandal Ruby
Price: Dhs990, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: Before diving into your next passion project, align your senses with Sandal Ruby, created to awaken the fiery ambitions within. The scent pays homage to the rich traditions of Middle Eastern perfumery. Its notes of tuberose, sandalwood, patchouli, pepper and cinnamon make it a fragrance of magnetism.
Molton Brown Wild Mint and Lavandin
Price: Dhs600, Molton Brown boutiques
Why we ❤️it: If you don’t have the time to hop on a plane and take a walk through a forest, do the next best thing by spritzing Molton Brown’s new Wild Mint and Lavandin on your body. This eau de parfum contains notes of creamy nutmeg, wild mint, basil, and lavadin to revive your senses and relax your mind.
Aesop Ouranon
Price: Dhs840, Aesop boutiques
Why we ❤️it: Spice it up with Aesop’s newest unisex fragrance. This woody scent has a resinous quality to it and contains notes of lavender, hay, myrhh, and frankincense. Ouranon is the sixth and final eau de parfum in Aesop’s Othertopias aromas collection.
Lancôme Idôle Now
Price: Dhs590, Sephora
Why we ❤️it: Just in time for the autumn season, the newest feminine scent of the Idôle family is a powerful amber floral. With a rich top note of rose, a heart note of powdery orchid, and an intense base of vanilla, we’re ready to spritz it on and head out to get our PSL.
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Magnolia
Price: starting at Dhs480, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: Gucci’s latest fruity floral scent is one of the best fragrances of 2023 (and best looking). This eau de parfum is designed to celebrate inner strength and unhinged freedom with its sumptuous notes of dewberry, magnolia, and patchouli. We love the striking purple bottle and vibrant floral that adorn Gorgeous Magnolia’s bottle.
Diptyque Eau Nabati
Price: Dhs1,059, ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: Exclusive to the Middle East (!), this citrusy green scent contains notes of bergamot, petitgrain, amber, and balsam. It’s inspired by a tree-filled oasis in the midst of the Arabian desert and becomes more complex and multifaceted as it develops on the skin.
Louboutin Beauty Loubihorse
Price: Dhs1,290, Bloomingdales
Why we ❤️it: One of the best fragrances of 2023, Louboutin Beauty’s new drop has us swimming with delight thanks to its notes of neroli, bergamot, and vanilla. Be sure to look closely at the bottle topper. The pink metallic seahorse is surrounded by a coral reef highlighted with Christian Louboutin’s signature red soles.
Creed Spring Flower
Price: Dhs1,251, Creed Boutiques
Why we ❤️it: This feminine, fruity floral fragrance pays homage to Flora, the Roman goddess of spring. Its top notes contain a citrus-y punch with bergamot, grapefruit, and lemon alongside sweet heart notes of apricot, white flowers, and jasmine peach. As for the soft matte pink bottle? We know Barbie would approve.
INITIO Parfums Privés: The Hedonist Collection
Price: Dhs1,359 each, initioparfums.com
Why we ❤️it: INITIO’s Hedonist Collection is composed of three distinct fragrances (Rehab, Musk Therapy, and Paragon), each of which is tailored to a particular kind of woman. The perfume collection was designed feel like a holistic spiritual experience, taking its wearers on a journey of mindfulness and self-discovery with just one spritz. Each of the opulent scents will engulf you in an aura of bliss and serenity throughout the entire day. Capturing the essence of Palo Santo, White Sage, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Lavender – this collection vows to nurture your mind, body, and soul.
Kayali The Wedding Silk Santal
Price: Dhs400, hudabeauty.com
Why we ❤️it: Get ready to fall in love with Kayali’s upcoming fragrance, a joyful and romantic creation that encapsulates the celebration of love. Opening with a sparkling combination of Champagne and White Freesia, it evolves into a heart dominated by Pink Praline and Lush Nectarine, radiating sweetness and romance. The scent concludes with a harmonious blend of Sugared Musk and creamy Sandalwood, creating a dazzling and elegant experience. Part of The Wedding Collection, this fragrance is a tribute to everlasting love and the perfect addition to any special occasion and will be available to shop on June 29th.
Kayali The Wedding Velvet Santal
Price: Dhs400, hudabeauty.com
Why we ❤️it: This sublime scent combines the magnetic charm of gentle Jasmine and White Musk with the velvety warmth of Sandalwood, Cedarwood, and Benzoin. The creamy and woody base evokes a lingering embrace, embodying the essence of unconditional love. Part of The Wedding Collection, this fragrance is a timeless testament to everlasting love and is sure to leave a lasting impression. Basically the groom version of the above, how cute is that?
Creed Millesime Imperial Eau de Parfum
Price: Dhs1,301, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: This exquisite fragrance opens with a refreshing burst of bergamot, mandarin, and zesty lemon, creating a vibrant and invigorating experience. The heart reveals a captivating marine accord that adds a fresh touch, while the woody base of sandalwood, amber, and musk provides a warm and alluring foundation. Housed in the iconic gold bottle, this perfume is a true embodiment of elegance and sophistication.
Juicy Couture Glistening Amber
Price: Dhs228, me.fragrance.com
Why we ❤️it: This scent is all about that irresistible charm, opening with a burst of Raspberry and Frangipani that will have heads turning. As it evolves, it takes you on a journey through a sensual blend of Vanilla, Orris, and Incense, only to leave you with a captivating and long-lasting base of Cashmeran, Amber, and Musk. It’s pure seduction in a bottle.
Givenchy Irresistible Rose Velvet Eau De Parfum
Price: Dhs628, ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: This fragrance truly captivates with its exquisite blend of elegant white patchouli, delicate rose, and enchanting iris, while subtle notes of tender wood and blackcurrant add a touch of naturalistic charm. With its irresistible composition, this perfume stands as the ultimate beauty buy of the year, evoking a sense of sophistication and elegance that will leave a lasting impression wherever you go.
Guerlain Habit Rouge Privè + L’homme Idèal Platine Privè
Price: starting at Dhs556, ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: Guerlain’s Men’s Fragrance Collection serves up the ultimate French elegance with legendary scents. These perfumes are sleek and refined, accentuating the stylish attitude and allure of today’s and tomorrow’s men. Guerlain’s Perfumers have gone next level by tapping into their secret reserves, crafting masterful reinterpretations like the exclusive Rouge Privé and irresistible Homme Idéal Platine Privé. These fragrances take French style and elegance to new heights, paying homage to Maison’s fragrance legacy and creating unforgettable experiences to be shared between fathers and sons.
Valentino Born in Roma Intense Uomo and Donna
Price: starting at Dhs365, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: This fragrance is a total vibe, combining lavender and vanilla to create an irresistible aura that’s all about celebrating unique personalities. The scent takes the addictive power of Born in Roma to a whole new level with a punchy infusion of vanilla. In terms of fragrance, we’re talking warm and spicy vibes with cool spices in the mix. Key notes include vanilla, lavender, and vetiver.
Thameen Bohemian Infusion
Price: Dhs1,060, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: This Cologne Elixir adds layered nuances to the classic cologne structure, creating an unforgettable scent with long-lasting seduction. Inspired by Covent Garden’s eccentric history, it combines the expertise of Master Perfumer Maurice Roucel and senior perfumer Alexandra Carlin to craft a fragrance of contrasts, blending zesty citrus with spicy undertones and earthy, sensual notes. It’s a rebellious creation that captures both classic elegance and daring allure, making it the must-have fragrance of the year.
Penhaligon Eau de Parfum Solaris
Price: Dhs815, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: This ravishing scent pays homage to the sun, the cosmic beating heart, awakening your senses with its captivating aroma. Enriched with notes of cedar, sandalwood, vanilla, neroli, lemon, jasmine, and tiare flower, Solaris captures the unfolding colors of the rising and setting light, embodying the eternal power of the sun. Plus, with ten percent of the proceeds going towards supporting The Prince’s Foundation’s training and education programs, this fragrance is a beautiful way to make a difference.
Shadow Ice
Price: Dhs157.50, ajmal.com
Why we ❤️it: It opens with a refreshing blend of citrus, featuring the invigorating notes of mandarin and bergamot. As it develops, you’ll experience a captivating combination of floral neroli and jasmine, creating a soothing and aromatic heart. The fragrance settles into a musky, spicy, and woody base, with hints of musk, nutmeg, pink pepper, and sandalwood.
Acqua di Parma Arancia La Spugnatur
Price: starting at Dhs770, ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: This limited edition sparkling citrus scent is encased in a deep blue porcelain bottle. It’s notes of bright lemon and mandarin are balanced by bitter almond and black pepper with cedar wood and musk. This sunny fragrance is one we’ll be wearing all summer long.
Ojar Routes Nomades
Price: starting at Dhs850, ojarofficial.ae
Why we ❤️it: Omani perfumery, Ojar, tells many tales of the Middle East. Their latest fragrance is inspired by wandering through Omani spice markets. With notes of cinnamon, incense, patchouli, and cardamom, we are instantly transported to the hustle and bustle of the merchant stalls too.
Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Extreme
Price: starting at Dhs375, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: This gender neutral is a fiery scent containing notes of fresh ginger, vetiver des sables, cocoa, and patchouli. Its sustainably sourced ingredients make it the perfect gift for your eco-conscious fraghead bestie.
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Midnight
Price: Dhs585, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: Launched exclusively in the Middle East, this limited edition perfume celebrates the confidence of MENA women. It’s notes contain jasmine, tuberose, and orange blossom mixed with vanilla and tonka bean. Encased in Carolina Herrera’s iconic high heel bottle, this scent is ideal to wear to a glam PM event.
Gucci Beauty The Alchemist’s Garden Where My Heart Beats
Price: Dhs1,385, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: The newest edition to Gucci’s luxury collection of eau de parfums, Where My Heart Beats, contains notes of violet leaves, peony, and white musk. This unisex, fresh floral scent is encased in an opaque white glass bottle adorned with a gold filagree butterfly, the scent’s unique symbol. It’s also the first Gucci fragrance to be made with vegan alcohol from 100% recycled carbon emissions.
Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Hair Mist
Price: Dhs205, galerieslafayette.com
Why we ❤️it: Up your dating game by spritzing Jean Paul Gaultier’s classic honey and gardenia Scandal fragrance on your mane before your next big night out. This lightweight mist infuses locks with notes of orange blossom, jasmine, peach, honey, and gardenia *and* comes in Scandal’s signature powder pink bottle and sizzlin’ feminine legs. It’s our summer go-to.
Valmont Palazzo Nobile Cutie Pear
Price: Dhs675, Bloomingdale’s
Why we ❤️it: For those who love fruity floral scents, Valmont’s latest juice is for you. Cutie Pear is buzzing with notes of sugary rhubarb, bubbly tea, fresh sweet pea, and luscious pear. A few spritzes of this feminine scent and we’re ready for brunch with the girls.
Yves Rocher Sur La Lande
via Instagram @yvesrocher.uae
Price: Dhs219, Yves Rocher store, Mall of the Emirates
Why we ❤️it: Yves Rocher’s Pleines Natures fragrance collection takes us on an olafactory voyage to different moments in nature. Sur La Lande is mineral floriental fragrance containing notes of chamomile, jasmine, and algae absolute. One spritz and we feel as though we’re transported to a field of wildflowers nearby the sea.
Dries Van Noten Neon Garden
Price: Dhs1050, Harvey Nichols, Kuwait
Why we ❤️it: We’re a sucker for packaging and Dries Van Noten’s Neon Garden fluoro green and sky blue glass coloured block apothecary vial gives us ~all~ the summer vibes. The scent itself is a pleasant surprise of iris, mint, carrot, and musk notes. Pefumer Fanny Bal said she “wanted to express unconventional classicism through using orris, from iris root, which is so elegant and haute couture. But I wanted to shake it, to heckle it, with the energy of mint.” Mission accomplished.
Molton Brown Heavenly Gingerlily
Price: Dhs290, moltonbrown.ae
Why we ❤️it: Now available in an eau de toilette, this exotic scent blends ginger, jasmine, and floral notes. We feel instantly transported from our office to the black sands of Tahiti and can *almost* smell the fragrant spices of Gingerlily in the breeze. This is the perfect scent for those in need of a little escape.
Q by Dolce and Gabbana
Price: Dhs311, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: What happens when you take tart Sicilian lemon and combine it with sweet and sour cherry, blood orange, and jasmine? You wind up with a passionate and tangy fragrance that matches the energy of a woman determined to achieve that pre-summer glow up. This irresistible scent is fit for queens with its glass bottle embellished with a gold and cherry red crown. We are spritzing it on every morning while repeating our power-inducing affirmations.
Gucci Bloom Intense
Price: Dhs530, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: With so many scents dropping in 2023, it’s hard to choose the best fragrances, but Gucci’s newest juice is at the top of our list. Inspired by the magic of moonlight (!), this floral fragrance contains notes of ginger, pear, jasmine, tuberose, patchouli, moss, and coconut. We love its representation of the mysticism behind the feminine force.
Armani Stronger With You Amber
Price: Dhs376, armanibeauty.ae
Why we ❤️it: Anything that’s limited edition? We simply have to have it. Armani’s new warm, ambery take on their classic Stronger With You fragrance is easily one of the best fragrances of 2023. In addition to amber accord, this sensual scent also contains notes of lavender and vanilla. Hurry up and get yours bb, it won’t be around forever.
Whind Amber Tangerine
Price: Dhs800, me.whind.com
Why we ❤️it: Beloved skincare brand, Whind, just launched six bespoke fragrances inspired by its founders memories of Morocco. We love sparkling scent, Amber Tangerine, inspired by childhood memories of traveling to Tangier. Containing notes of tangerine zest, mandarin, coriander leaves, tobacco flower, patchouli, and amber, its our new go-to summer eau de parfum.
Burberry Her Elixir
Price: Dhs515, Sephora Middle East
Why we ❤️it: Burberry scents have always been a fav and their latest and greatest does ~not~ disappoint. Created for bold and adventurous women (aka us), the notes of this scent are dark red berries, jasmine, vanilla, and amber. The eau de parfum is housed in Burberry’s iconic perfume bottle with a subtle twist. The opaque pink aesthetic with raised Burberry lettering gives it a sensual and free-spirited vibe. We stan.
Boss Alive
Price: Dhs495, faces.com
Why we ❤️it: If there was ever a perfume to remind us to never dull our own sparkle, it’s this one. This ruby-red bottle exudes the positive energy and the live your life on your own terms vibe. Alive is a woody floral bursting with notes of Madagascar vanilla, plum, cinnamon, jasmine Sambac, sandal wood and olive tree. One spritz on our empowered feminine selves and we are ready to take on the day.
Eilish
Price: Dhs295, Debenhams Middle East and Layal Beauty stores
Why we ❤️it: Sweet scents are in szn and Billie Eilish knows it. Her vegan fragrance is an amber gourmand with notes of creamy vanilla, warm musk, red berries, mandarin and rich cocoa. Curious as to what’s the story behind the bottle? It’s inspired by Billie’s favourite parts of the human body.
Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33
Price: Dhs400, hudabeauty.com
Why we ❤️it: One sniff of Mona’s newest juice drop has us walking down memory lane and reminiscing about all our favourite childhood snacks. Containing notes of marshmallow, cotton candy, pistachio gelato, and whipped cream, we literally smell like a treat ever time we spritz this sweet scent on our pulse points. We’re digging the bottle’s new matte aesthetic, too.
Givenchy Gentleman Society
Price: Dhs419, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: For the gals who like masculine scents, Givenchy’s new woody aromatic fragrance is made for you. With top notes of cardamom and sage, heart notes of French narcissus, Haitian vetiver, and Madagascar vetiver, and base notes of vanilla, cedar, and sandalwood, this smouldering fragrance can’t be missed.
Carolina Herrera Stallion Leather
Price: Dhs990, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: Inspired by Balaclava, Carolina Herrera’s beloved racehorse from her teenage years in Caracas, Venezuela (relatable), this luscious leathery floral eau de parfum is artfully encased in a sturdy bottle representative of success. Fun fact: the campaign for Stallion Leather was shot in Riyadh, KSA starring Marwa Al Hashemi, an Emirati endurance rider.
Caron Belle De Niassa
Price: Dhs640, Perfumery & Co, The Dubai Mall
Why we ❤️it: Inspired by air scented by the rare Mohagany flower in Niassa, Mozambique, this soliflore fragrances also contains notes of white flowers and green star fruit. We’re planning on putting bright floral scent in heavy rotation this spring and summer.
YSL Cuir Le Vestiare Des Parfums
Price: Dhs1155, yslbeauty.ae
Why we ❤️it: YSL crafts some of the very best fragrances and their newest 2023 launch is no exception. This dark and woody scent is spiced with oud assafi, soft violet leaf, and intense leather. This unisex scent is one we will most definitely be sharing with our SO.
Memo Paris Sherwood
Price: Dhs1135, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: Even though we’re desert dwellers, mentally we’re surrounded by thousands of towering trees, leafy paths, and *much* cooler weather. Inspired by the famous Major Oak, this warmly spiced scent contains notes of blackcurrant buds, pink pepper, carrot seeds, oak, and sandalwood. A few spritzes of Memo’s latest and greatest, Sherwood Forest, catapults us even deeper into our woodland visualisation.
Amouage Lineage
Price: Dhs1375, amouage.com
Why we ❤️it: This spiritual scent encapsulates the act of breaking free of the expectations of your family, friends, and culture and creating your own organic path in your life’s journey. This oceanic perfume is one of the best fragrances of 2023 because it’s message speaks to our soul and its notes of frankincense, ginger, and myrrh both calm and inspire us.
Parfums De Marly Valaya
Price: Dhs1300, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: One of the best fragrances of 2023, the inspo behind this unisex scent is the smell of freshly laundered sheets against your skin. We closed our eyes, took a deep inhalation, and immediately fell in love with its notes of white peach, mandarin, white flowers, and musk. It’s the perfect eau de parfum to get us through the week.
Noya Yes I Can
via Instagram @noyabytalha
Price: Dhs600, houseofnoya.com
Why we ❤️it: Brand new fragrance brand, Noya, is on a mission to celebrate the fusion of cultures in the GCC region by incorporating elements in their scents from all over the world. Yes I Can is inspired by the 1670 play, The Forc’d Marriage, by feminist English playwright, Aphra Behn. With notes of fiery pink pepper, apple, rose, and patchouli, this sent packs a punch.
Maison Margiela Replica On A Date
Price: Dhs565, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: Maison Margiela’s latest Replica fragrance is inspired by a date night in the vineyards of Provence. Its notes of blackcurrant syrup, pink pepper, vetiver, and rose are scented with the memory of falling in love. A few spritzes on our pulse points and we’re motivated this magical moment in our very own lives.
Paco Rabanne Olympea Flora
Price: starting at Dhs375, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: Tbh, we love anything pink. The bottle alone is worth the buy. Aside from aesthetics, this fruity floral scent contains notes of pink pepper, sorbet (!), peony, vanilla, and salt. Not only does this fragrance smell incredible but the notes kinda remind us of the vibe of our 2023 sweet n’ spicy vision board.
House of Creed Silver Mountain Water
Price: Dhs1,301, ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: Calling all gals who love gender-neutral scents, this is one of the best fragrances for you this year. Inspired by the sparkling streams in the Swiss Alps, Creed’s latest eau de parfum contains fresh notes of green tea, bergamot, and mandarin orange with base notes of sandalwood and galbanum.
Guerlain Les Absolus d’Orient Santal Royal Hair Mist
Price: Dhs356, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: We love a good hair mist, especially when it contains oud. A few spritzes of Guerlain’s new Santal Royal on our locks and we’re instantly transported to our fondest memories of shopping our way through the aromatic souks. This woody oriental fragrance also contains notes of jasmine, rose, and leather.
Armani Santal Dãn Shã
Price: starting at Dhs580, armanibeauty.ae
Why we ❤️it: Too busy to catch a flight? No problem. Armani Beauty’s latest scent invites us to take a ~fragrant~ trip to the serene Chinese Imperial palaces and their gardens. With notes of sandalwood, cardamom, and bergamot, this woody scent inspires us to take a pause during our hectic day and enjoy a moment or two of quiet contemplation.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian 724
Price: starting at Dhs583, sephora.ae
Why we ❤️it: If bustling city life is your vibe, MFK’s latest is for you. Inspired by NYC’s buzzing urban jungle, 724 is a musky floral with notes of white florals, jasmine, and sandalwood. We feel our auras align with the energy of the Big Apple with just a few spritzes.
Creed Carmina
Price: Dhs1,452, bloomingdales.ae
Why we ❤️it: A super feminine and chic fragrance, bold yet sultry. The hint of saffron is what sets this fragrance apart adding a little bit of woody tones to its initial black cherry and pink pepper tones.
LOEWE Aire Anthesis
Price: starting Dhs590, loewe.com
Why we ❤️it: This unisex scent is launched as a part of the Botanical Rainbow Campaign. This campaign explores how natural phenomena evokes a reaction in humans with the help of this lovely refreshing scent that will leave you feeling refreshed for hours.
Parfums de Marly Althaïr
Price: Dhs1,300, galerieslafayette.ae
Why we ❤️it: This brand new fragrance, for the first time explores a fresh vanilla scent, perfect for the upcoming holiday season. Majestic yet subtle, elegant, generous and charismatic.
Penhaligon Mr. Thompson
Price: Dhs1,120 ounass.ae
Why we ❤️it: This unisex fragrance is the definition of elegance. Encapsulating soft sparkling spices, velvety sesame milk, and rich vanilla bean, this fragrance will take you back to the ’80s.